ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
April 28, 2016
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
C.
III.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2016
Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016
1.
Indian Lane Gymnasium Renovation
2.
Penncrest Cafeteria Flooring
3.
Glenwood and Rose Tree New Emergency Generators
4.
Classroom Renovations at Glenwood Elementary
5.
Glenwood VAT Removal
Special Legislative Meeting Minutes of April 12, 2016
Eagle Scout Award – William Blosenski
National Merit Scholarship Program – Michaela J. Combs
PMEA State Music Award – Erica Westcott
The Lion King Musical Presentation - Indian Lane
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Roll Call
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
National Anthem
Presentations and Awards
A.
B.
C.
IV
Pledge of Allegiance
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
Agenda
RTMEA – Susan Howe
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VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
2015 – 2016 School Year Calendar – See Attachment A
New Business
A.
B.
C.
D.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
d.
Supplemental Contracts
e.
Other
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School – Cultural Immersion Costa Rico
2.
Penncrest High School – FBLA – Atlanta, Georgia
Course Enrollment Under 15 – See Attachment B
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Communication Solutions – See Attachment C
Finance
A.
B.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
a.
Glenwood/Rose Tree elementary – Emergency Generators
b.
Glenwood Elementary – Classroom Renovations
c.
Penncrest – Cafeteria Flooring
d.
Indian Lane Elementary – Gymnasium Renovations
e.
Glenwood Elementary – Asbestos Abatement
General
1.
Change Orders – None
2.
Budgetary Transfers
3.
2016-2017 Delaware County Community college Budget
4.
Roofing Consultant Services RFP/Q
5.
Lifeworks Contract
6.
Audit Services RFP
7.
Vanguard Contracts
8.
George Crothers Memorial School Contract
9.
HMC School Contract
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C.
D.
XI.
10.
Advanced Power Contract
11.
Camp Geronimo Contract
12.
Delta T Group Contract
13.
MOU – Emergency Evacuations
14.
MTS Software Solutions Agreement – See Attachment D
Financials for March 2016
Bill Lists for March 2016
Adjournment
ANNOUNCEMENT
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at
6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of May 26, 2016, at Penncrest High School.
The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.
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Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
April 22, 2016
Minutes of the March 31, 2016 Legislative Meeting
I. Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
____________________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance:
Tracy Barusevicius
Jaclyn Clancy
James Cunningham
Jeffrey Koenig
Nancy Mackrides
Susan Nolen
William O’Donnell
Harry Postles
Elizabeth Schneider
Students:
Allison D’Ignazio
Eric Bilbrough
Absent:
Absent:
Also in Attendance:
Ron Baldino, Maintenance and Operations
Michelle Britton, Asst. Principal SLMS
Eric Bucci, Principal GW
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Dir.PS and Sp. Ed.
Donald DiPaulo, Asst. Principal SLMS
William Dougherty, Asst. to Superintendent
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Joe Fuhr, Asst. Principal PHS
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Principal PHS
Thomas Haupert, Dir. Human Resources
Heather Hogan, Accountant
Mack Johnson, Mgmt. Systems Admin.
Thomas Kelly, Esq., Solicitor
Patti Linden, Supv. Technology
Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Spec
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
John Reid, Principal IL
Jenny Robinson, Principal Rose Tree Elem.
Robert Salladino, Principal SLMS
Christine Seeley, Acting Principal SYA
Sharon Sweeney, Asst. Principal PHS
Paula Voshell, Principal Media Elementary
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
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II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2016
Mr. Cunningham moved and Ms. Nolen seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 93
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
February 25, 2016
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
B.
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
Special Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2016
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Ms. Nolen seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 94
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Special Legislative Meeting
Minutes of March 8, 2016
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Indoor State Track Championship Qualifier
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 95
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media Award to
Alicia Collier. Alicia received a 5th place medal in the 200 meters at the Indoor
State Track Championship. Alicia’s coaches are Rob Brown and Elijah Trusty.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
B.
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
Swim Team State Championship Qualifiers
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 96
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media Award to
Claire Walsh, Julia Colizzo, Dan Rosenberger and Michael Paul. Freshman, Claire
Walsh was the District One Gold Medalist in the 50 Free and Silver Medalist in the
100 Free, setting County records in both races. Freshman, Julia Colizzo finished
9th in the District One 100 backstroke. Senior, Dan Rosenberger finished 13th in
the District One 200 Free and Senior, Michael Paul finished 14th in the District One
200 Free. The girls team is coached by Jessica Levy and the Boys team is
coached by Meghan Kowalchuk.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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III.
Presentations and Awards (cont’d)
C.
PIAA Swimming Championship
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 97
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media Award to
Claire Walsh. Claire earned the Silver Medal in the 50 Free and a 4th place medal
in the 100 Free at the PIAA State Swimming Championships!
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
D.
IV
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report – See Attachment E – In Official Meeting Minutes of
March 31, 2016
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
Celebrating Music in Schools – Rose Tree Elementary School
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Eagle Scout Award – William Blake Blosenski
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
RTMEA – Susan Howe
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
Rose Tree Media Residents
1.
2.
3.
Chris Chelo – Middletown Township – Penncrest Gridiron Club
Bob Steiner – Edgmont Township – Gridiron Club
Nancy Nicely – Middletown Township – School Board Statement
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VIII.
Old Business
A.
2016 – 2017 School Year Calendar – See Attachment A – In Official Meeting
Minutes of March 31, 2016
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 98
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 2016 – 2017 School Year
Calendar. This calendar was discussed at the February 2016 and March 2016
Personnel Committee meetings.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
IX.
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 99
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Joseph DeRosa, Bus Driver, retirement effective June 30,
2016. Mr. DeRosa joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 1994. He is retiring after 22 years of dedicated
service.
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Salvatore Giampino, Custodian, Penncrest High School,
retirement effective May 30, 2016. Mr. Giampino joined the
staff of Rose Tree Media School District in 2007. He is retiring
after 9 years of dedicated service.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Schneider seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 100
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
b.
Professional
Non-Instructional
1.
Jennifer McNabb-Jones, Substitute Custodian effective April 1,
2016 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Ms. McNabb-Jones will
serve as a Substitute Custodian in addition to her position as a
Cafeteria Worker.
2.
Rescind appointment of Kathleen Sandiford as Assistant
Director Summer School for 2016.
3.
Sarah Graham, Assistant Director of Summer School 2016 at
the annual salary of $3,500.00.
4.
Kathleen Sandiford, Director of Title I Summer School 2016 at
the annual salary of $3,500.00.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
d.
Supplemental Contracts
e.
Create New Position
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 101
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
1.
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
c.
Aimee Kimmell requests an unpaid leave of absence
commencing January 19, 2016 through March 11, 2016.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
1.
d.
Maureen Dooner, from regular Food Service Worker to
Substitute Food Service Worker effective March 21, 2016 at
the rate of $12.34 per hour.
Rescind appointment of Ricky Stroup as Spring Fitness Club
Sponsor at Penncrest High School.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Derek Benedict, Spring Fitness Club Sponsor for the 20152016 school year at the annual salary of $725.00. Mr.
Benedict is assigned to Penncrest High School.
2.
Candace Krautzel, (.5) New Teacher Mentor effective
February 1, 2016 at the annual salary of $580.00. Ms. Krautzel
is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School.
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
A.
Personnel
3.
General
d.
e.
Supplemental Contracts
3.
Anthony Tolomeo, Game Worker for the 2015-2016 school
year. Mr. Tolomeo is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School.
4.
Jessica Anderson, Saturday Detention Sponsor for the 20152016 school year at the rate of $46.00 per hour. Ms. Anderson
is assigned to Penncrest High School.
5.
Kathleen Devine, District Art Coordinator effective March 7,
2016 at the annual salary of $2,154.24.
6.
Reginald Duncan, Head Coach Lightweight Football for the
2016-2017 school year at the annual salary of $3,045.00. Mr.
Duncan is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School. NOTE:
Mr. Duncan is being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
7.
Timothy Keegan, Assistant Band Director change in effective
date to March 11, 2016 at the annual salary of $875.16. Mr.
Keegan is assigned to Penncrest High School.
8.
Matthew Bundy, Assistant Boys Track Coach, effective April 1,
2016 at the annual salary of $3,915.00, pro-rated. Mr. Bundy
is assigned to Penncrest High School. NOTE: Mr. Bundy is
being hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
Create New Position
1.
Recommend Board approval of the creation of a new Support
Staff II, Personal Instructional Assistant position at Indian Lane
Elementary. An additional Instructional Assistant is required at
Indian Lane Elementary to serve the needs of a Kindergarten
student.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
A.
Personnel
3.
General
f.
Other, See Attachment B and C
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 102
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
f.
Other
1.
Recommend Board approval of the agreement between Rose
Tree Media School District and Pharmacy Benefit Manager.
Attachment B – In Official Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2016.
Fee Agreement with the Delaware County Public Schools
Healthcare Trust providing for the fees, premium collections
and payment of prescription claims provided through the CVS
Caremark prescription agreement.
2.
Recommend Board approval of the Early Retirement Incentive
Plan for the Rose Tree Media Education Association for the
2015-2016 school year. Attachment C – In Official Meeting
Minutes of March 31, 2016.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School French Students – France
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Schneider seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 103
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School French Students - France
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field trip for
Penncrest students to go to France (Avignon and Paris) from 03/30/20174/12/2017. This is a cultural immersion trip. Substitute costs of $1,224 $1,836 (2 to 3 chaperones depending on number of students going) will be
paid by the District.
All other costs including registration fees,
transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by students/families. The cost
to the student is approximately $3,200.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, Jeffrey Koenig, Nancy Mackrides,
Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
James Cunningham
None
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IX.
New Business (cont’d)
B.
Overnight Trips
2.
Penncrest High School Outdoor Leadership Club – Ohiopyle State Park, PA
3.
Penncrest High School Students – Delaware Water Gap
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Schneider seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 104
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
2.
Penncrest High School Outdoor Leadership Club – Ohiopyle State Park, PA
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field trip for
Penncrest students to go to Ohiopyle State Park, PA from 5/27-5/30/16.
This trip complements the Enviormental Science curriculum. Students will
be staying in cabins near Friendsville, MD, visiting Ohiopyle and Swallow
Falls, and engaging in outdoor activities such as white water rafting, rock
climbing, mountain biking, and hiking as part of the Outdoor Leadership
Club. All costs are paid by the students.
3.
Penncrest High School Students – Delaware Water Gap
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field
trip for Penncrest students to explore PA deciduous forest and river areas at
the Delaware Water Gap from Nov. 6/10-6/12/16. This trip complements
the Enviromental Science curriculum. All costs are being paid by the
students.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance
A.
B.
Purchasing – None
General
1.
2016/2017 Delaware
Agreement
County
Intermediate
Unit
Special
Education
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 105
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Item:
1.
2016/2017 Delaware
Agreement
County
Intermediate
Unit
Special
Education
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 2016/2017 Delaware
County Intermediate Unit Special Education Agreement in the amount of
$466,066. The total budget amount for the 2016/2017 fiscal year is
$20,771,074.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
B.
Purchasing – None
General
2.
2016/2017 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School Budget
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 106
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Item:
2.
2016/2017 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School Budget
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 2016/2017 Delaware
County Intermediate Unit Technical School Budget in the amount of
$12,725,006. Rose Tree Media School District’s share is $290,608. The
2016/2017 Special Education Technical Programs Budget is $1,146,466.
Rose Tree Media School District’s share is $9,947.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
B.
Purchasing – None
General
3.
2016/2017 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. Cunningham seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 107
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Item:
3.
2016/2017 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 2016-2017 Delaware
County Intermediate Unit Budget in the amount of $8,572,995. Rose Tree
Media School District’s share is $77,822.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
B.
Purchasing – None
General
4.
DCIU Tuition Agreement
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 108
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Item:
4.
DCIU Tuition Agreement
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an agreement for payment
of tuition costs for the 2015/2016 school year and 2016/2017 school year to
the DCIU. The total amount of tuition costs for both years together is not to
exceed $56,970.00. The agreement settles a dispute between the District
and parent regarding the educational program for the student and releases
the District from its obligation to provide FAPE.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
B.
Purchasing – None
General
5.
Chartwells Dining Services Contract Renewal
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 109
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Item:
5.
Chartwells Dining Services Contract Renewal
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the renewal contract with
Chartwells Dining Services for the 2016/2017 school year pending contract
review by the district solicitor and the Pennsylvania Department of
Education, PDE.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
B.
Purchasing – None
General
6.
Food Service Price Increase
7.
Food Service A La Carte Price Increase, See Attachment D
8.
BCIU Tax Service Agreement
9.
NetMail Services Proposal
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 110
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Items:
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
B.
General
6.
Food Service Price Increase
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a $.05 price increase for
breakfast meals and a $.05 price increase for lunch meals in accordance
with the U.S. Department of Agriculture National School Lunch Program
Paid Lunch Equity requirements.
7.
Food Service A La Carte Price Increase
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the price increases
for A La Carte items as listed on Attachment D – In Official Meeting Minutes
of March 31, 2016.
8.
BCIU Tax Services Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with
BCIU Tax Services in the amount of approximately $21,090.
This
agreement is for the printing and mailing services of the yearly school real
estate tax bill as well as other services relating to the bills.
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
Purchasing – None
B.
General
9.
NetMail Services Proposal
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Services for
Office 365 Proposal and Statement of Work between Rose Tree Media
School District and NetMail. The proposal includes setup and configuration
costs as well as online training for two (2) resources. The total cost for this
proposal is Twelve Thousand, One Hundred Ninety Dollars ($12,190). The
background for this Proposal was reviewed at the Technology Committee
meeting on March 8, 2016. Solicitor, Tom Kelly, has reviewed and
approved the proposal.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
X.
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
Finance
A.
Purchasing – None
B. General
10.
Widener University Contract
11.
Starlite Productions Agreement
12.
Advanced Staging Productions Agreement
13.
Aviele Koffler, PhD – Evaluations Contract
14.
California Leadership Academy Agreement
15.
Annette Gallagher Contract
16.
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems Contract Revision
17.
RSVP MOU
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 111
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Items:
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
Purchasing – None
B.
General
10.
Widener University Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract between
Widener University and RTMSD for a school psychology intern for the
2016/2017 school year. The intern will complete assessments under IDEA
and provide short-term counseling services as needed. Compensation is
$8,000 for 3 days per week for the school year (11 months).
11.
Starlite Productions Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with
Starlite Productions in the amount of $7,500. This agreement is for the
lighting for the spring musical to be held at Penncrest. Funding for this
agreement is through the Student Activity account and is at no cost to the
District.
12.
Advanced Staging Productions Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with
Advanced Staging Productions in the amount of $6,613. This agreement is
for the 2016 graduation ceremony being held at Villanova.
13.
Aviele Koffler, PhD – Evaluations Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract for Dr.
Aviele Koffler to provide multidisciplinary evaluations and reevaluations
under IDEA requirements on an as needed basis from April 1, 2016 through
June 30, 2016. Payment is $1,500/evaluation, not to exceed $6,000 total
for all evaluations. Additional evaluation hours are needed to remain
compliant with Early Intervention Requirements (30 students transitioning)
under IDEA.
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
Purchasing – None
B.
General
14.
California Leadership Academy Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an agreement for
payment of tuition costs not to exceed $4,300 for the 2015/2016 school year
to the California Leadership Academy for a student who has been placed in
their residential program by parents. This is a revision to a previously
approved settlement agreement (student was placed in a different
residential program under that agreement) and releases the District of its
obligation to provide FAPE to the student.
15.
Annette Gallagher Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract for
Annette Gallagher to complete dental examinations as required by Article 14
of the Public School Code of 1949. Payment is not to exceed $2,000.
16.
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems Contract Revision
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a revision to a
contract with Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems for the remainder of the
2015/2016 school year. The revision calls for an increase of an additional 4
hours per week from April 1, 2016 – June 17, 2016 at the rate of
$186.20/week (total cost=10 weeks=$1,862). The additional hours are
needed to meet the increased need for drug/alcohol and mental health
referrals.
17.
RSVP MOU
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Memorandum of
Understanding with RSVP. This program provides volunteers to support
students with reading at the elementary schools. There is no cost to the
district.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
A.
Purchasing – None
B.
General
18.
Advertising the Lien List
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 112
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Item:
18.
Advertising the Lien List
Resolve, the Board of School Directors waive the requirement for the
administration to advertise the names of property owners in the school
district whose delinquent real estate taxes have been forwarded to the
Delaware County Tax Claim Bureau for processing and collection for the
2015/2016 fiscal year as referenced in School Board Policy #606.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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X.
Finance (cont’d)
C.
D.
Financials for February 2016
Bill Lists for February 2016
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 113
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Financial Reports:
X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for February 2016
February
2016
Treasurers Report
February
2016
Investment Reports
February
2016
Summary Expenditure Status Report
February
2016
Revenue Status Report
Bill Lists for February 2016
February 2016
General Fund Bill List
$ 4,272,632.43
February 2016
Capital Fund Bill List
$
665,557.45
February 2016
Bond Series 2011 Bill List
$
23,263.01
February 2016
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
42,535.82
$ 5,003,988.71
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
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XI.
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 114
Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board of School
Directors, the meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey
Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles
and Elizabeth Schneider
None
None
__________________________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on April 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308 N.
Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves and Anthony Combs from Bonnett
Associates and 3 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
Indian Lane Gymnasium Renovations
Donald E. Reisinger, Inc.
717 East Washington Street
West Chester, PA 19380
McCarthy Construction, Inc.
601 West Ashland Avenue
Suite A
Glenolden, PA 19036
L.J. Paolella Construction, Inc.
278 Bridgewater Road
Brookhaven, PA 19015
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016 Indian Lane Gymnasium Renovations
April 28, 2016
Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on April 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308 N.
Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves, Denise D’Andrea from CIS and
Anthony Combs from Bonnett Associates and 2 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
Penncrest Cafeteria Flooring
Donald E. Reisinger, Inc.
717 East Washington Street
West Chester, PA 19380
Frank Bianco Builder, Inc.
PO Box 715
Chester Heights, PA 19017
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016 Penncrest Cafeteria Flooring
April 28, 2016
Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on April 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308 N.
Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves and Anthony Combs from Bonnett
Associates, Denise D’Andrea from CIS and 7 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
Glenwood and Rose Tree Elementary Schools Emergency Generators
Electrical Construction
Plumbing Construction
AJM Electric, Inc.
2333 Concord Road
Chester Township, PA 19013
Edward J. Meloney, Inc.
22 Madison Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
Brendan Stanton, Inc.
416 Stump Road
Montgomeryville, PA 18936
GEM Mechanical Services, Inc.
5101 Birney Highway
Aston, PA 19014
Goldhorn Electrical Construction
20 Commerce Drive
Aston, PA 19014
Cook’s Service Company, Inc.
300 Industrial Drive
Avondale, PA 19311
SJ Thomas Co., Inc.
140 Bartram Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016 Glenwood Emergency Generators
April 28, 2016
Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on April 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308 N.
Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves, Denise D’Andrea from CIS, and
Anthony Combs from Bonnett Associates and 8 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
Glenwood Classroom Renovations and Door Replacements
Electrical Construction
General Construction
AJM Electric, Inc.
2333 Concord Road
Chester Township, PA 19013
Donald E. Reisinger, Inc.
717 East Washington Street
West Chester, PA 19380
C.A.D Electric, Inc
2 Thornpath Way
Rose Valley, PA 19063
L. J. Paolella Construction, Inc.
278 Bridgewater Road
Brookhaven, PA 19015
Electri Tech Inc.
82 Tuckahoe Road
Dorothy, NJ 08317
McCarthy Construction, Inc.
601 West Ashland Avenue
Suite A
Glenolden, PA 19036
Goldhorn Electrical Construction
20 Commerce Drive
Aston, PA 19014
SJ Thomas Co., Inc.
140 Bartram Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
S.B. Conrad, Inc.
19 Smithbridge Road
PO Box 251
Chester Heights, PA 19017
II. Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016 Glenwood Classroom Renovations/Door Replacements
April 28, 2016
General Construction (cont’d)
SJ Thomas Co., Inc.
140 Bartram Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016 Glenwood Classroom Renovations/Door Replacements
April 28, 2016
Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on April 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308 N.
Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini and Grace Eves, Denise D’Andrea
from CIS and Anthony Combs from Bonnett Associates and 2 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
Glenwood VAT Removal
Prism Response, Inc.
70 Hillside Drive, Suite 200
Drums, PA 18222
Site Enterprises, Inc.
211 East Essex Avenue
Linwood, NJ 08221
Plymouth Companies
923 Haws Avenue
Norristown, PA 19401
Sargent Enterprises, Inc.
PO Box 193
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Shade Enviornmental
623 Cutler Avenue
Maple Shade, NJ 08052
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes of April 6, 2016 Glenwood VAT Removal
April 28, 2016
Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
April 22, 2016
Minutes of the April 12, 2016 Special Legislative Meeting
I. Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
____________________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance:
Tracy Barusevicius
Jaclyn Clancy
James Cunningham
Jeffrey Koenig
Nancy Mackrides
Susan Nolen
William O’Donnell
Harry Postles
Elizabeth Schneider
Students:
Absent:
Allison D’Ignazio
Eric Bilbrough
Absent:
Also in Attendance:
William Dougherty, Asst. to Superintendent
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Ralph Harrison, Principal PHS
Thomas Haupert, Dir. Human Resources
Thomas Kelly, Esq., Solicitor
Patti Linden, Supv. Technology
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
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II.
Solicitor’s Report
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Cunningham seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015-2016 115
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Solicitor’s request that the School
Board approve the settlement agreement as outlined under Article I.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig,
Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth
Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: None
III.
IV.
Unscheduled Presentations – none
2016 – 2017 Proposed Final Budget – See Attachment A in Official Minutes of April 12,
2016
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Schneider seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015-2016 116
Resolve, that the Board approve the 2016-2017 Proposed Final Budget for the Rose Tree
Media School District in the amount of $93,128,095. The Proposed Final Budget is based
on the Act 1 Index for a millage increase of 2.4% for a millage rate of 24.3773. The final
budget adoption will be on May 26, 2016. See Attachment A – In Official Meeting Minutes
of April 12, 2016.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, Jeffrey Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan
Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
James Cunningham
ABSENT: None
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V.
Any Other Business to Come Before the Board
A.
Budgetary Transfer
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public School code section 609)
when funds are not available for a proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from
one class of expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of the
fiscal year by the board.
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. Cunningham seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 117
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following budgetary transfer:
FY 16-13 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Office of Principal Services – Supplies
$24,000
TO:
AMOUNT:
School Library Services – Replacement Equipment
$24,000
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase new tables and chairs.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig,
Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: None
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VI.
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Cunningham seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2015 – 2016 118
Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board of School Directors,
the meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig,
Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth
Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: None
__________________________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Eagle Scout Award – William Blake Blosenski
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree
Media Award to Blake Blosenski for achieving Eagle Scout Rank.
B.
National Merit Scholarship Program – Michaela J. Combs
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree
Media Award to Michaela J. Combs. Michaela was named a
winner of corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships. She is
the recipient of a scholarship from the PwC Charitable Foundation.
Her probable career field is Biomedical Engineering. Scholars were
selected from students who advanced to the finalist level in the
National Merit Scholarship competition and met the criteria
established by their scholarship sponsors.
C.
PMEA State Music Award – Erica Westcott
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree
Media Award to sophomore flautist Erica Westcott.
Erica
represented Penncrest High School at the PMEA State Music
Conference on March 24-27 in Hershey, PA. Through re-audition,
Erica earned first chair in the All State Wind Ensemble. This is the
highest honor that a student musician can receive at the state level.
Erica is a student of Rebecca Simon, and performs in the
Penncrest Wind Ensemble and the Roaring Lions Marching Band
with Director of Bands Craig Snyder.
III.
Presentations and Awards
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Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6015
Fax 610.627.6015
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo
Superintendent of Schools
William M. Dougherty
Acting Assistant to the Superintendent
OFFICE OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
From:
William M. Dougherty
Date:
April 14, 2016
Subject:
April 14, 2015, Office of Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting
Chairperson: Liz Schneider
Minutes
Office of Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting
April 14, 2016
Potential Course Enrollments Under 15 at Penncrest in 2015-2016 – Mrs. Sweeney
presented the courses with enrollments currently under 15 students and included a
lists of course recommended to run for the 2016-2017 school year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April Legislative Agenda for a vote of the Board.
Class Rank Study – Mr. Harrison presented his initial findings of a study on the
significance of class rank at the high school. The purpose of the report was to
inform the board of the current findings.
Action: There is no action to be taken on this item.
Revised 2015-2016 Calendar – Mr. Wigo
Mr. Dougherty and Mr. Wigo asked the board to approve the revised version of the
current school calendar which reflects a change to the last days of school as a result
of unused snow days. The last student day will be June 17 and the last teacher day
will be June 20.
Action: This item will be moved to the April Legislative Agenda for a vote of the Board.
Public Comment:
Several parents were in attendance to participate in the discussion about the
significance of class rank at Penncrest High School.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
April 22, 2016
Subject:
April 12, 2016 Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
______________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James
Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, William O’Donnell, Harry
Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: none
Also in Attendance: Bill Dougherty, Grace Eves, Ralph Harrison, Tom Haupert, Sharon
Sweeney and James M. Wigo, Sr.
____________________________________________________________________
1.
Budgetary Comparison Report
The District has expensed 83% of expenditures and has received 91% of
revenue. The District anticipates receiving an additional $47,241 in Basic
Education funding from the Commonwealth for the 15/16 school year.
Action: Discussion
2.
Budgetary Transfers
FY 16-13 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Office of Principal Services – Supplies
$24,000
TO:
AMOUNT:
School Library Services – Replacement Equipment
$24,000
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase new tables and chairs for the library.
Action: This item was approved at the Special Legislative meeting held on
April 12, 2016
Dedicated to Excellence
FY 16-14 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Oil
$4,788.80
TO:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Repairs and Maintenance
$4,788.80
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover the costs of services.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board.
3.
ACCESS
A settlement agreement has been reached for the 2012/2013 fiscal year in the
amount of $5,228.05 for ACCESS funding. The original amount due was
$41,824. District solicitor, Tom Kelly, is reviewing the settlement agreement
Action: Discussion. This item will be ratified at a future Legislative meeting.
4.
Audit Services RFP
An RFP for auditing services for a three year term was sent to seven firms.
Three firms provided proposals. One firm declined due to their current client
workload. Bill O’Donnell and Grace Eves interviewed two firms. Barbacane
Thornton & Company’s proposal is $24,000 with a $500 increase in years two
and three. The rates in the proposal are lower than their current rates for the
District. Maillie’s proposal is $26,500 with a $500 increase in years two and
three. The third firm had the highest rates. All three firms have experience with
school district audits.
Barbacane Thornton & Company’s proposal was
recommended to move to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote
of the Board.
5.
2016/2017 Delaware County Community College Budget
The Delaware County Community College approved its budget in March. Under
State law, the local sponsors’ obligation for support of the community college’s
operating budget is the total operating balance after all other sources of revenue
have been deducted. Each sponsoring school district’s share of the local
sponsor appropriation is equal to its proportionate share of the total real estate
market valuation of all twelve sponsoring districts, which now includes Chester
Upland. The School District’s Share is $1,142,447 which represents an increase
of $25,191 from the previous year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote
of the Board.
Dedicated to Excellence
6.
2016/2017 Proposed Final Budget – PDE Form 2028
The Proposed Final Budget was reviewed. A Special Legislative meeting has
been scheduled for April 12th for adoption in order to meet the timeline
established by PDE for final approval at the May 26th Legislative meeting. The
District will continue to work on the budget. The deadline for applying for the
ERIP is Aril 15th. The proposed final budget will be available for public display by
May 6th, advertised public notice for adoption on May 16th and voted on at the
May 26th Legislative meeting. At this time approximately $5.4 million of fund
balance will be used to balance the budget. This will leave approximately
$900,000 of fund balance for 17/18. There will be a budget presentation at the
May 10th Finance Committee meeting. The budget includes a 2.4% tax increase
which is the Act 1 Index. The total budget is $93,128,095. As of 4/12/16,
expenditures have increased by 3.2% and revenue has increased by 2.4%
overall
Action: This item was approved at the April 12th Special Legislative meeting.
Public Comment: Thirteen members of the public were present.
The next Finance Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Dedicated to Excellence
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
April 22, 2016
Subject:
April 12, 2016 Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Harry Postles
______________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James
Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Nancy Mackrides, Susan Nolen, William O’Donnell, Harry
Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: none
Also in Attendance: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves, Tom Haupert and James
M. Wigo, Sr.
______________________________________________________________________
1.
Contracts
• Advanced Power
The Advanced Power contract was reviewed. The contract covers building
automation and control system support services for HVAC equipment at
SLMS, Glenwood and Media Elementary schools. The hourly rates for
other services are discounted for customers that have an existing service
agreement. The amount of the contract for preventative maintenance and
backup services is $11,880, which is the same as the current year.
•
Roofing Consultant Services RFP/Q
An RFP/Q was sent to 5 vendors. The District received 5 responses.
Selection criteria were based on factors such as experience, scheduling,
references, scope of work and fee. Two vendors were interviewed by Ron
Baldino, Dennis Cini and Grace Eves. The administration is
recommending awarding the agreement to TBS Services. The firm is
staffed by architects. They also look at the envelope of the building that
includes walls, windows and below the ground surface. Their references
included PA school districts. This firm was used as a third party inspection
team for the roof replacement at Media Elementary School in 2013. They
have the staffing to meet the needs of the District. Their base fee is
$41,800 and includes lift services. Their proposal is $1,800 higher than the
other firm which did not include lift services in their base bid.
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Action: These items will be moved to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote
of the Board.
2.
Memorandum of Understanding – Emergency Evacuations
Penn State University, Brandywine campus, has offered to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding, MOU, to be an emergency evacuation site for
Penncrest High School. The District will reciprocate to be an emergency
evacuation site for Penn State University, Brandywine campus, in the event Penn
State University needs to evacuate the Brandywine campus.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board.
3.
16/17 Capital Projects Review
Bid tabulations for five projects were reviewed. The generators and Penncrest
food court flooring, including the stage area, came in over budget. Other bids
were under budget. Another bid opening is scheduled for early May to complete
our bids for 16/17 projects.
Action: These items will be moved to the April 28th Legislative agenda for a vote
of the Board.
Public Comment: One member of the public was present.
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, May 10, 2016
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Tom Haupert, Director of Human Resources
Date:
April 22, 2016
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – April 12, 2016
Tracy Barusevicius, Chair
Board Members in attendance: T. Barusevicius, J. Clancy, J. Cunningham, J.
Koening, N. Mackrides, S. Nolen, W. O’Donnell, H. Postles and E. Schneider
Also in attendance: J. Wigo, G. Eves, B. Dougherty, P. Linden, C. Olinger and
Several members of the public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting
The committee reviewed the items for the Legislative agenda for April 2016.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative agenda for a
vote of the Board.
II.
Hiring process for coaches
Mr. Chip Olinger, our athletic director spoke about what happens when a
coaching vacancy occurs within his department. He discussed the recruitment
process, he covered such topics as where coaching positions are advertised, as
well as, who is involved in the interview process for head coaches and assistant
coaches. Members of the Board asked Mr. Olinger to tighten up his process so
coaches can be hired before the start of the season. Mr. Olinger indicated that
that hiring coaches before the season starts is his practice, however there are
times when coaches resign with very little notice which in turn causes a hire to be
made during the season.
III.
Scanning of personnel files
The Office of Human Resources asked permission of the Board to enter into a
contract with a MTS Software Solutions to scan and archive inactive employees’
personnel files. The Board was informed that the budget for the Office of Human
Resources has $5,000.00 in it for this project and the quote that was received
from MTS was for $3,224.00. The Board granted permission for the contract to
appear on the Legislative agenda for approval. Mr. Postles asked Mr. Haupert to
look into going fully digit for personnel files. Mr. Haupert agreed with Mr. Postles
and is beginning to explore that possibility.
IV.
Adding additional building substitute teachers
The administration proposed adding one additional building substitute teacher
per school for the reminder of the school year. The reason behind the request is
the fact that per diem substitute teachers are very difficult to come by. Having a
position that is scheduled to report each day is attractive to substitute teachers
as they know in advance that they will be working. The cost for these extra
positions will be borne by the substitute teacher line item in this year’s budget.
V.
Hiring process for faculty, administrative and support staff positions
Last month this topic was presented and Ms. Barusevicius granted the Board
members a thirty day review period. This month Ms. Barusevicius revisited this
topic to inquire with her fellow Board members about their suggestions. One
Board member provided Ms. Barusevicius with suggestions and in turn Ms.
Barusevicius will be meeting with Mr. Haupert to review the three documents.
Once finalized, they will be placed on the District’s website. All administrators
will receive a copy and training.
V.
Executive Session
An executive session was not held due to the length of the committee meetings.
The administration will discuss those personnel matters during the executive
session of April 28th.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held at the Education Center on
May 10. 2016.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.565.5317
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo
Superintendent of Schools
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, PhD
Director of Pupil Services and Special Education
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
From:
Dr. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Director of Pupil Services and Special Education
Date:
April 13, 2016
Subject: April 12, 2016 Pupil Services/Special Education Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Jeffrey Koenig
Overnight Field Trips
A request has been submitted to offer a cultural immersion trip to Costa Rica from 4/4/174/13/17. Students will improve their Spanish language abilities, learn about the culture of
Costa Rica, and complete three days of community service. Substitute costs are $816.00
and are paid by the District. All other costs are paid by students.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the
Board.
A request has been submitted for an overnight field trip to Atlanta Georgia from 6/28/167/3/16 for students to participate in the FBLA National Leadership Conference. This trip is
based on the outcome/results of the State Leadership Conference in April. There are no
costs to the District.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the
Board.
Contracts
A contract has been submitted By Delta-T Group to provide ABA-trained and general
paraprofessionals on an as needed basis. The rate of reimbursement is $48.00/hour for a
Master-level trained ABA therapist, $26.00/hour for an ABA-trained paraprofessional, and
$23.00/hour for a general PCA/paraprofessional.
Action: Approval was given to move forward with the contract. This item will be moved to
the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board.
A contract has been submitted for a special education student to attend Lifeworks
Alternative School. The tuition rate is $193.00/day (annual tuition costs= $34,470.00).
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the
Board.
Extended School Year Contracts
A contract has been submitted by HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy for a
student to receive Extended School Year services from 6/27/16-8/4/16. Tuition costs are
$13,500.00.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the
Board.
A contract has been submitted by Camp Geronimo for a student to receive Extended
School Year services from 6/27/16-8/19/16. Tuition costs are $1,600.00. A contract has
been submitted by Vanguard for three students to receive Extended School Year services
from 6/27/16-8/6/16. Total tuition costs are $13,920.00.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the
Board.
A contract has been submitted by the George Crothers Memorial School for three
students to receive Extended School Year services from 7/5/16-8/6/16. Total tuition costs
are $13,907.00.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 28, 2016 Legislative meeting for a vote of the
Board.
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TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – April 28, 2016
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarteners are becoming really good readers of non-fiction texts. They now know
that they can learn something from non-fiction books, the things that happen in these
books are REAL, and usually photographs are used (instead of drawings).
First Grade
The first graders have started a new unit in reading workshop titled. “Reading Across
Genres.” To make the unit fun and hands on, each first grader created a Theme Bag at
home and a topic to teach their classmates about. The first graders decorated canvas
bags according to their personal theme. Each Theme Bag was required to have fiction
books, nonfiction books and poetry. Many students added games, and activities to help
their classmates learn about their theme and have some hands on fun as well. The first
graders are having a great time learning and reading across genres! Great job first
graders! The first graders also compared and contrasted different versions of the popular
fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty. As a culminating activity to this lesson, the first grade
attended a musical comedy of Sleeping Beauty at Media Theater.
Second Grade
Second graders are reading non-fiction texts in book clubs, and learning strategies to
become expert non-fiction readers. In social studies, the students are learning about the
first Americans. They learned about 4 geographic areas of North America where specific
tribes settled, and learned how their environment affected their choices of shelter,
clothing, food, and crafts. As a culminating activity, we will take a field trip to the Tyler
Arboretum in May to experience how the Lenape Indians lived. In math, the students are
adding and subtracting numbers in the thousands using strategies including number lines,
place value, compensation, and regrouping.
Third Grade
The third grade students at Glenwood worked hard and diligently for the two weeks of
PSSA testing this month! We reviewed many different skills and strategies that helped us
succeed throughout the weeks of testing. Third graders are looking forward to digging
further into the Biography Book Clubs we recently started and learning all about the
achievements and successes of highly important people from our past and present. We
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recently wrapped up our persuasive writing pieces and are looking forward to working
more on our very own fairy tales. Third graders learned how to write an opinion thesis,
anticipate and talk to their audience, and research their opinions to fully convince their
reader to side with them. In math we are working on elapsed time, mass and capacity in
our current topic. Last, but most definitely not least, third graders welcomed new
additions to their classroom this month – baby chicks! We embarked on our embryology
unit caring for the chicken eggs the last week before they hatch. The students have had
to turn them in the incubator three times per day to ensure they are ready to be born! It
has been a hard-working, exciting month in third grade!
Fourth Grade
Glenwood’s fourth grade celebrated poetry this month by reading, writing, and learning
about various forms of poetry. The students continue to read in book clubs and are
starting a unit on complex texts. The books groups are challenging themselves to read in
a more mature way by analyzing the setting and characters and discussing more deeply
how the story makes them feel. The students worked hard on the science PSSA,
applying test taking skills and strategies learned in class. The students enjoyed an
assembly presented by the Franklin Institute on physics and Newton’s theories.
Fifth Grade
As we move through the month of April, the fifth grade is spending much of the middle
portion of this month taking PSSA tests in reading, writing and math. In the weeks leading
up to the PSSA tests, the fifth grade class worked hard in preparing for the test. In math,
the fifth grade teachers continue to teach math through the Pearson Envision program.
Ms. Pinsley’s, Mr. Dieter’s and Ms. Astfalk’s classes are now looking at Topic 11, which
deals with understanding how to use customary measurement. In social studies, the fifth
grade is looking at the development of the thirteen original English colonies and, also, the
primary factors leading up to the American Revolution. In science, the fifth grade has
turned its attention to getting ready for our annual science fair. Students are researching
and carrying out experimentation based on the proper use of the scientific method for
experimentation.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Message from our Principal, John Reid
Students and staff returned from break with great enthusiasm. April 1st soon followed.
With it, the Indian Lane Team kicked off the day with a lot of April Fool’s Day jokes for our
students. This month, our annual art show highlighting the wonderful student work at
Indian Lane Elementary School. We had over 300 people come through the school during
the show. Indian Lane had a large number of students participate in Poem in Your
Pocket in downtown Media. And, lastly, in honor of our staff members who have passed
due to cancer, we once again created “goody bags” to deliver to people going through
cancer treatments. These bags were decorated with pictures and messages of hope,
filled with treatment necessities (like lip balm, magazines and mints) and were well
received by the patients. We hope that this project will help our students develop a sense
of pride in giving back to the community by supporting those who are currently struggling
with this illness.
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Kindergarten
Kindergarten students learned about nonfiction books. After reading a few nonfiction
books they became news reporters. The reporters shared their books with their partners
and reported on the information in the books. In Math the children continue to understand
addition and subtraction problems. We visited Tyler Arboretum. We saw ducks, turtles,
frogs, toad and frog eggs, and many other signs of spring.
First Grade
This month was all about plants. We used the senses of sight and touch to observe four
new kinds of seeds: kidney beans, sunflower, pumpkin, and pea. Each child planted
seeds. We will observe and record our observations of the plants throughout the unit.
The students had a blast expanding on this knowledge during our field trip to the
Delaware Natural History Museum. The students learned scientific words when learning
about insects, like arthropod, exoskeleton, jointed, segmented and metamorphosis.
Second Grade
This month, we immersed ourselves in poetry! The children studied and writing many
different styles of poetry. This culminated in each child creating a book featuring his or her
own poetry! We used our growing understanding of place value to help us represent 3digit numbers in different ways. We also used the < and > symbols to compare numbers.
We discovered why the buffalo was so important to the Plains Native Americans. They
used all parts of the buffalo, including the horns and sinew. We visited Tyler Arboretum to
learn more about the ways of the Lenape Indians.
Third Grade
Third graders wrapped up their unit on equivalent fractions this week and began to study
time to the minute. In reading, students reviewed close reading strategies and were
introduced to what PSSA questions will look like for reading. In Writing, students became
experts on writing informational pieces then scored one another’s writing using a 4-3-2-1
rubric. Each student applied their peer’s suggestions to his/her own writing to improve
their work. In Grammar, we focused on conjunctions, possessives and types of sentences
more this week.
Fourth Grade
Excitement is brewing in Science. Critters have arrived and students are populating their
eco-columns. Students prepared environments suitable for their fish, snails, isopods,
and crickets. They also learned about the characteristics of each of those living
specimens. Students observed the growth in their terrariums, and will be completing the
habitat in their aquariums. We have reviewed topics such as forces of motion, weather,
water cycle, landforms and many more.
Fifth Grade
The fifth graders put in time and effort to research and create a science fair project. The
students used the scientific method to do research and become an expert on their topic.
Our fifth grade Spelling Bee will be held on May 20th. The students took their preliminary
assessments and eight students were selected from each fifth grade class to compete.
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Art
Thank you everyone for coming out and supporting the art show! Even Mother Nature
cooperated, we had a double rainbow at the start of the show! We would like to
congratulate the winners of the Bobcat Beacon Game, they are as follows, Holly Doran,
Connor Chauncey, Emma Chauncey, Gabby Poole, Brianna Kelly, Heidi Renneisen,
Delaney Hewlings, Shannon McDonnell, Julia Weld, Sheridan Poulathas, and Ritka Hait.
Gym
First and second grade finished Kickball activities and began Tee Ball skills. Third through
fifth are continuing with Deck Ring Hockey or Floor Hockey.
Library
EXCITING NEWS! We are very excited to announce that Brian Lies, New York Times
bestselling author & illustrator, will be visiting Indian Lane's first and second graders on
Wednesday, May 11, at 9:30 a.m. Brian Lies is well-known for his bat books: Bats at the
Beach, Bats at the Library, Bats at the Ballgame, and Bats in the Band. His latest book,
Gator Dad, will be released on May 3. Indian Lane had a large number of students
participate in Poem in Your Pocket in downtown Media. This event, organized each year
by the RTM librarians, encourages a love of poetry during National Poetry Month.
Participants also practice important speaking and listening skills as they read their poems
at participating businesses in exchange for a small treat.
Music
The “Music In Our Schools Week” performances these past few weeks have been
amazing! During this celebration, students in grades 1-4 have had the opportunity to
share their musical talents with their class through singing, dancing, and playing. Fifth
grade will have their chance to perform in May. Over 100 students have participated so
far.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten Researchers
Kindergarten has been very busy with their non-fiction unit in Reader’s Workshop. They
came up with topics they were interested in, and knew just a little about, to research.
From there, they selected books from the library on that topic. The children found three
pieces of information that made their brain stronger and wrote their first “kindergartensize” research paper to share with the class. We are all so very proud of their
perseverance with this project!
First Grade Readers, Writers, and Mathematicians
Currently in science first grade students at Media Elementary are focusing on organisms.
Students made and observed a woodland terrarium complete with moss, tree seedlings,
pill bugs, and millipedes. Students also made aquariums that include fresh water snails,
guppies, cabomba, and elodea. Students are learning how to care for the organisms in
both the terrarium and aquarium while also researching and studying each habitat.
Students are also working on a poetry unit in class. Students have learned to look at
things with a poet’s eye. They have also learned to use line breaks, similes, and strong
words or feelings to add depth to their work. As a culminating activity, each student will
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select a poem to be added to a class poetry book and to share at the upcoming Poetry
Café.
Second Grade Scientists and Mathematicians
The second graders had a busy April! After Spring Break, they attended the Brain Break
assembly and thoroughly enjoyed stretching their brains in a fun and exciting way. Our
students worked diligently with the change in schedule to assist our 3rd-5th grade friends
to be successful with their PSSAs by being quiet and respectful when moving through the
building. In coordination with our Fables and Fairy Tales unit, we visited the Upper Darby
Performing Arts Center to see a play. Our West Chester University Reading Practicum
students completed their time in our classrooms. All of the students enjoyed working and
learning with them.
Third Grade Reading Detectives
Students have spent the first few weeks of April weighing and measuring objects in math.
They have searched for items in the classroom and at home that have approximately
similar weights. They have gotten to learn through play when exploring and estimating the
capacity of containers as well. During the later part of the month students have been
applying taught strategies and skills on the rigorous PSSA. The students have been
working very hard and have given their best effort. We are very proud of them.
Fifth Grade Researchers
The fifth grade is finalizing their research projects, which they will present at the upcoming
Research Fair. Several fifth grade students are getting ready for their Envirochallenge
competition at Ridley Creek State Park. Additionally, the entire fifth grade is finishing up
this year’s PSSA tests.
Art is Alive and Well
The Media Art Show is held. Mrs. Bellamy invited all art enthusiasts to view work created
by each child in grades one through five. Light refreshments were be graciously provided
by Media Elementary School’s P.T.G. Highlights of recently completed art projects at
Media. Fifth Grade: Students in fifth grade discussed the reasons why artists create
artwork and looked at examples of art created for religious or ceremonial purposes.
Students made weavings on compact disks after observing Navajo weavings created for
use in ceremonies. Fourth Grade: Fourth grade studied the design principle of movement
in art. Students copied the movement of a photograph showing an athlete in motion. They
learned how to create gesture drawings, with the aid of manikins, before completing a
finished drawing that emphasized both movement and correct proportions. Third Grade:
Third grade students continued their exploration of Western art by observing paintings
created during the Renaissance when artists became masters of perspective and
proportion. Third-graders observed and analyzed Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa before
creating a watercolor painting in which Mona Lisa was transformed into a 21st century
woman. Each student assigned Mona Lisa a specific occupation and drew her with the
clothing, equipment, and setting relevant to her chosen profession. Students developed
painting and drawing skills throughout the learning process and expressed a sense of
humor and creativity. Second Grade: Students in second grade learned about symmetry
after observing authentic African masks hanging in the atrium and art room of Media
Elementary School. Students sketched their own symmetrical masks and mounted them
on a hand-printed background of Adrinkra symbols from Ghana after discussing the
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significance of visual symbols worldwide. First Grade: First-grade art students created
self-portraits as part of a unit on portraiture. They learned about placement and proportion
and used mirrors and grids to guide them in their learning process. Overall, it was a
successful opportunity for the children whose drawings really reflect a true likeness to
them.
Library News
Poem in Your Pocket—All students, K-12 celebrated this annual event this month.
Students and parents, with poems in their pockets, visited a variety of participating
businesses to share their poems! When poems were shared, shop and restaurantowners rewarded the poets with special treats. At Trader Joe's, students were able to
read their poems over the loud speaker! The Media Upper-Providence Library filmed kids
and adults reading their poems and posted them on their Facebook page.
Also in honor of National Poetry Month, Media Elementary students participated in the
school's 13th annual Poetry Cafe. The Library was transformed into a cafe, complete
with flowers, snacks, and juice at the tables. Poets wore their favorite hats to show off
during their poetry-readings. Friends and families joined in the fun. Many poetry-loving
parents and grandparents brought their own poems to share and teachers read their
favorite poems as well.
Physical Education
The students have worked on non-manipulative movements such as stretching, jumping
and landing, transferring weight, balancing, rolling, twisting, and turning through
gymnastic activities. They have explained and applied the basic movement skills and
concepts to create and perform movement sequences and advanced skills. Additionally,
the students have worked on hand-eye coordination and motor skill movements through
ball games and activities such as basketball.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarten is preparing for their Popcorn Carnival. On this day, children play carnival
games like Duck Pond and Knock the Milk Cans. Each game contains a sight-word
reading component. For example, after knocking down the milk cans, students must read
the sight words on the cans they were able to knock down. This celebration is a
culmination of all sight words learned this year. Parent volunteers were welcomed in to
help the day run smoothly.
First Grade
First grade students have been learning about Organisms in science class. The students
have planted seeds and watched them grow! They have also enjoyed the antics of
guppies and snails. The class terrariums are thriving. It has been a month of exploration,
investigation, documentation and FUN!
Second Grade
Second grade students were given the exciting opportunity to join the "10 for 10 Club" by
reading all the days of spring break. Students were encouraged to read 30 minutes each
day. As a member of the "10 for 10 Club", students were rewarded with their name on a
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poster displayed in the school, 10 minutes of extra recess, a prize from their class
treasure chest, a certificate, pencil, bookmark and homework pass. Many children, with
the support of their families, enthusiastically participated in this reading incentive program
that was created to encouraged a love of reading outside of school with the intent of
creating lifelong, passionate readers.
Third Grade
Third grade students have just finished their PSSA’s. The children did a wonderful job
using their best test taking skills and putting forth great effort. To celebrate National
Poetry Month, the students chose a few poems and participated in the Poem in Your
Pocket days in downtown Media. Students read their poems to local businesses in order
to receive a special treat. The students are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the class
chicken eggs. An embryology unit begins at the end of this month.
Fourth Grade
To review for the upcoming Science PSSAs, the fourth grade teachers arranged for two
science experts to visit Rose Tree Elementary so as to share their knowledge with our
students. Mr. Valtos, a Rose Tree father whose background is in engineering, reviewed
concepts such as the scientific process and simple machines. Mrs. Watson, a Rose Tree
mother whose background is in meteorology, reviewed concepts relating to weather such
as the cloud types and the tools that are used to measure and predict weather. The
teachers and students were thrilled to have these parents volunteer their time to share
their expert knowledge, and our students enjoyed this different type of learning
experience.
Fifth Grade
The fifth grade students have been writing opinion pieces this month. The students began
by researching Scotland’s legend of the Loch Ness monster. After researching, the
students took a side, and decided if the Loch Ness monster was a myth or whether it was
real. They all wrote opinion/persuasive pieces on the subject. The students were almost
split, 50/50, with their points of view. They ended the assignment with a strong debate
and a final vote. What did they say? Was the Loch Ness monster real or was it a myth?
The majority of one class said that the Loch Ness monster was real! Some of the students
had a section in the local paper with their results.
Library
In celebration of poetry month, grades 1 – 5 created original poetry such as free verse,
acrostic and cinquain. The Rose Tree Elementary Reading Olympics team, have been
meeting in the library 2 times a cycle to prepare for the upcoming Delaware County
Reading Olympic competition.
Physical Education
During the month of April, all grades focused on preparing for Field Day. The theme of our
Field Day this year is the Olympics. All grades participated in activities that promote
cooperation, teamwork, and respect. Grades 3, 4, and 5 participated in the Elementary
Fitness Challenge. During the spring testing, the students were trying to earn awards of
Excellence or Achievement, and Improvement.
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Academically Gifted Program
The third grade AGP students are in the process of creating a video tour of our solar
system. The fourth grade AGP students are investing how the laws of motion apply to real
life situations. The fifth grade AGP students designed bridges made out of popsicles
sticks for our STEM Popsicle Bridge Challenge. The bridges were judged on their
appearance and how much weight they could withstand.
Music
In the general music classroom, Mr. Sikorski and the students continue to build upon a
strong musical foundation aided by the positive school-wide behavior plan. First grade
students discovered and experienced “Call and Response” performance on instruments
and through song. They continued progressing in their rhythmic vocabulary adding the
16th note rhythm (Tika-Tika) in various ways. The students discussed the coming of spring
and did a variety of fun songs relating to birds, flowers, and bugs. Second grade students
performed on a state of the art iPad app called “Dust Buster 2” Every second grade
student learned the basics of piano through a fun interactive interface. Many students
downloaded the app at home and continued beyond music class. The second graders
also learned about the banjo and early American folk songs. They welcomed spring by
beginning a new monthly patriotic song, “Take Me Out To The Ball Game.” Third grade
students completed their third recorder performance assessment and are up to 3 pitches
B, A, & G. The students discovered the compositional technique “Theme and Variation.”
They used picture boxes to illustrate how music can sound the same but have slight
changes to make it different. They also covered 2 of the 4 instrument families in
preparation for Mr. Walls and Boyle’s instrument demonstrations for potential selection in
fourth grade. Fourth grade students performed a successful National Music In School’s
Month concert. The concert focused on a day in the life of a fourth grade student. They
sang in 2-part harmony, followed early American dance steps, and performed on various
instruments. Fifth grade students continued their trek through musical history with the
blues and the British invasion of Rock and Roll music. They experienced and tried
improvising on instruments as well as a story where each person could only contribute
one word at a time. The students continued to work on their concert music that is to be
performed in May. The chorus theater club and guitar club are continuing to rehearse
after school for their upcoming spring concert.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
The following Students of the Month for April were honored at a breakfast this morning
with the parents and teachers: Team 6-1: Elizabeth Gibian and Cole Graham;Team 6-2:
Grace Lensing and Quinten Perilli; Team 6-3: Nathaniel Hall and Yana Dirda; Team 7-1:
Lyndsey Rappold and Michael Macdonald; Team 7-2: Marjorie Keeley and Ruari Wilmot;
Team 7-3: Caden D'Amico and Leah Bornstein; Team 8-1: Daniel McLoughlin and Alexis
Howells; Team 8-2: Jasleen Gill and Andrew Woolery; Team 8-3: John McCafferty and
Mya McKeown
Art
Ms. Sycz’ grade eight students have begun to discover the unique qualities of working
three-dimensionally by beginning a sculpture unit with the goal of creating a figure
sculpted out of clay. Students have learned that before any construction occurs; thinking
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is required which includes choosing a specific character that can be achieved with the
type of sculpting techniques being used. Eighth grade students have reviewed the basics
handling of clay including safety and storage. Students have previewed how a hollow
cone form will be the foundation of their clay figures. Seventh grade students finished
drawing in pencil an abstract work of art using a variety of lines and shapes using the
principles of design to guide their compositions. Now that seventh grade sculptures have
been dried and fired in the kiln, students have been taught how to glaze their clay
animals. Students are now applying glaze carefully deciding upon the colors and being
mindful of the glazing guidelines given. Grade six students are in the final stages of
sculpting a clay bird figure. Students have been told to think of an environment that they
would like to sculpt to place the clay bird figure. The environment can reflect nature or be
whimsical.
Congratulations to eighth grader, Holly Warner for placing third in the annual Mordechai
Anielewicz Creative Arts Competition in the 2-D Arts Category. Presentations of awards
will be held at Moore College of Art in June.
Mrs. Going’s eighth graders continue to sculpt their figures in clay. The figures are
coming along well and students move to the addition of the clothing. Students learn
numerous techniques working with clay. They are investigating how to proportion the
body and use their problem solving skills and figure out what it will take to make these
clay figures resemble the references they are working from. Now that the figures look
back at them, they are more motivated to complete the project and see the results of their
hard work! Seventh graders have completed their Ceramics unit, creating a fish in motion
on an environment. They have worked tirelessly creating unusual and extremely beautiful
fish with original designs glazed the finished product shows their very strong sense of
understanding color theory. Students now move to the elements of space and value. Two
assignments will complete their study. Sixth graders have reviewed Color Theory
vocabulary and the art of mixing color. They watched demonstrations taking them from
red, blue and yellow to all of the colors and many shades from the color wheel and
beyond. They were fascinated when looking at each other’s clothing and realized the
major manufacturers use carefully orchestrated color schemes to attract their buyers!
Students are now painting their Aztec Sun Bas Relief sculptures, mixing and developing
carefully planned color schemes!
Mrs. Prior’s sixth graders are learning the fundamental vocabulary and skills needed for
hand building with clay. They are building an array of three-dimensional projects based on
creating a box with a theme or creating a building. This project continues to reinforce the
elements of art, especially shape and form. Seventh grade students are delving into their
food sculptures made of clay. A presentation introducing Pop art and food sculptures
created by artist Claes Oldenburg served as inspiration for this project. Eighth grade
sculptors are beginning to sculpt various clay figures after being introduced to various
sculptures throughout history up until now. Each student is problem solving to create a
proportional figure based on their original idea. This project gives each student a unique
challenge to create a sculpture-in-the-round.
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Guidance
The Guidance Department has coordinated PSSA testing for all students in the building.
Materials have been prepared for 875 sixth, seventh, and eight graders to take ELA and
math tests. Eighth grade will also be taking the science PSSA later this month.
Lauren Shearn, a graduate student intern from West Chester University, has been
working with Mrs. Griffin and the seventh grade students. She has co-facilitated groups,
counseled individual students, assisted with PSSA preparation, and taught classroom
guidance lessons.
Language Arts
Students in sixth grade Language Arts have been very busy improving the craft in their
text dependent analysis essays. Students read passages using UNRAP strategies,
completed comprehension questions, and then created graphic organizers. These
organizers might include: webs, boxes and bullets, column comparisons, or using a more
formal approach: Roman numerals and letters. Students have learned how to use text
evidence to write essays analyzing different passages and themes. Students are also
now comfortable identifying different types of writing and what needs to be included when
writing a narrative, argumentative, or informational essay.
Students in ELA classes also celebrated their independent reading with projects and book
“trailers.” Mr. Evan O’Neill visited ELA classes to help students create book trailers using
iMovie and Google Classroom. Students viewed each other’s trailers and shared
recommendations for favorite books.
April is National Poetry Month and sixth grade students have also enjoyed exploring
different types of poetry. Class time has been spent reading and writing poetry and
studying different poets such as Langston Hughes, Maya Angelou, and Walt Whitman.
During the month of April, the seventh grade language arts students completed a novel
study on The Soldier's Heart by Gary Paulsen while the ELA students completed a novel
study on Call of the Wild by Jack London. They completed an anticipation guide and
defended their responses regarding war, researched Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and
discussed indirect characterization. The students analyzed poetry, created blended
poems, and participated in a reader's theater. The students also completed the English
Language Arts PSSA.
In Ms. Azeff’s eighth grade Language Arts classes, students read and analyzed poetry.
This study began with an exploration into the works of famous poets, such as Robert
Frost, Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, Billy Collins, William Shakespeare, Emily
Dickinson, and many others. Students looked at a wide variety of poetry styles and
analyzed texts to evaluate the poetic devices that were featured and assess how they
were used to help develop deeper meanings in the poems. A student-led inquiry utilized
a variety of poetry around the theme of growing up to identify and apply this analysis
across texts. Students presented their findings to the class as a daily warm-up activity
throughout the unit. As students read and analyzed poems collaboratively in class, they
also applied their knowledge individually to the creation of original poetry in several styles,
including odes, sonnets, limericks, found poetry, blackout poetry, and more. As the
culmination of the unit, students shared their original creations in a poetry café, styled
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after the Beats of the 1960’s. This poetry share allowed students to celebrate their writing
work and get feedback from their peers, while strengthening their speaking and listening
skills and fostering empathy and trust in our classroom community.
Library
April has arrived, and while showers have been abundant, poetry – and not rain – is what
is filling the air at Springton Lake. April is National Poetry Month, and Poem in Your
Pocket week is the much anticipated event whereby students may share a poem with a
participating Media business to earn a treat. Teachers read poems during the morning
announcements, and many of the language arts classes focus their studies on poetry
during this month. The library has created several displays to highlight and promote the
world of poetry, and students are encouraged to not only read, but to also try their hand at
writing, poetic pieces. Preparations also continue for the upcoming Reading Olympics
competition to be held at Radnor High School. SLMS has two teams gearing up for the
event, the Honey Badgers and the Bookie Monsters. Students have been working hard to
read and “quiz” one another on a list of 45 books in preparation for the competition, and
students are putting in extra practice time to get ready for the big night.
Math
Our Geometry class worked on area and perimeter (Ch. 11) “with a twist.” The kids know
a lot about solving for area and perimeter of polygons, but these problems involved a twist
of trigonometry functions. A unit on circles is what we are starting this week.
Algebra I classes are continuing their way through factoring and solving polynomials-specifically quadratics. These concepts are very important as they continue to prepare
for the Keystone Exams on May 18th and 19th. A quick review of the Pythagorean
Theorem and radicals as well as some measures of center are on the agenda for the next
two weeks. Check out Dr. Salladino’s weekly updates and an informational letter about
Keystone for future Keystone nights.
Our eighth grade and accelerated seventh grade math students are finishing up a unit on
exponents. Your child was introduced to general rules, or “ways” to simplifying
exponential expressions. The unit ended with some practice of scientific notation and
operations with scientific notation. Our next unit will be on measures of center and
displaying data.
The seventh grade math students completed their unit on ratios, percent, and proportional
relationships. The students learned how to calculate discount, markups, and tax. The
students enjoyed applying concepts they learned in class to the "real world". The seventh
grade students also learned how to calculate simple interest. The students were excited
to see all the different types of problems they could solve using proportions. It was
wonderful to see the students realize the importance and benefits of the concepts we
taught them during this chapter.
Sixth grade students studied ratios and rates. Students began by writing ratios and
identifying them as part-to-part, part-to-whole, or whole-to-part. Students then identified
rates in the real world. Using rates, students found unit rate. Students used unit rate to
identify the best buy or better deal in various real-world situations. They then explored
percent as a part-to-whole ratio. Students converted between fractions and percent and
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found percent of a number. They extended their thinking to find the whole when given the
percent and part. Percent was used problems involving tax, tip, discount, grades, and
other various real-world situations.
Music
On April 29, Springton Lake Middle School will host its third annual Jazz Festival.
Beginning at 6:00 p.m., we will host seven schools featuring ten performing ensembles
including the Springton Lake Jazz Lab, Jazz Band and the Penncrest Jazz Band.
Physical Education
All students finished their second round of lessons in the pool. All students have been
swimming in accordance to American Red Cross developmental guidelines. Students
have worked towards refining their skills to achieve developmental swimming levels that
will take place at the end of their third and final session
Students participated in the climbing unit. Students of sixth grade were introduced to
climbing concepts, equipment as well as climbing styles such as bouldering, prussik
climbing and vertical climbing. Seventh and eighth grade students built upon their sixth
grade content by learning how to belay, a system where a team of individuals support the
climber going up. Students learned proper techniques of all of the positions involved with
the belay team as well as when and what to use in terms of equipment. Eighth grade
students who passed certain climbing tests were able work on advance climbing
techniques such as self-belaying, belaying with non-assistive devices and repelling.
Classes who were not in the main gym during climbing were either in the weight room or
the auxiliary gym. In the weight room, students continued to work with weight machines
and cardio equipment while they were able to on apply their work to different areas of the
health related components of fitness (cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance,
muscular strength, body composition and flexibility) and the skill components of fitness
(agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time and speed). In addition, students were
provided opportunities to learn how different types of training would affect these varied
areas of fitness.
In the auxiliary gym, students applied both the health and skill related components of
fitness and applied them to the multicultural unit where they participated in activities that
spanned sixth of the seven continents. Students experienced the activities as well as
continued to learn about not just origins of the games but some cultural background
information.
Science
In sixth grade science, students learned about different biomes of the world and how
animals and plants adapt to live in those biomes. Students studied populations and
ecosystems and studied how all living and nonliving components of an ecosystem interact
with each other. Students created food webs and discussed what happened when
organisms were removed from a food web, and how it would disrupt an ecosystem.
The seventh grade science department explained about the structure and physical
properties of matter. We accomplished this by having the students perform a lab activity
using the physical characteristic of density for various solid objects, by measuring their
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mass and volume. Comparing these densities to the density of water, the students
determined if a solid object would sink or float. We continued the unit on measurement
by comparing the densities of various liquids (liquid density tower) and the production of
Carbon dioxide gas (in a balloon) through the use of demonstrations. We explained the
differences between elements, compounds and mixtures by having the students perform
a lab activity on the separation of a mixture through various physical properties (size,
color, magnetic attraction and solubility.)
Eighth grade science covered the Water, Oxygen, & Carbon cycles as open/closed-loop
systems on our planet. This is part of our Environmental Science unit. In this unit we
also covered tides and phases of the moon and symbiotic relationships. To prepare for
the Science PSSA we practiced open-ended questions, test taking strategies in general,
and mini reviews of physics topics such as mechanical advantage, simple machines, and
Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion.
Social Studies
Sixth grade students are currently studying the economics, government, history, and
geography of the Middle East. The students have created maps and/or matrices for the
Middle East that focus on the ethnic groups, religious groups, and wealth of the individual
countries. The students are learning about the influence of religion, especially Islam, on
the cultures and the governments of the Middle East. From Junior Scholastic, students
will learn about the challenges faced by the populations of several countries in the Middle
East through first-hand accounts of students in those countries.
Seventh grade students have examined the abolitionist movement and the Second Great
Awakening in the context of the Era of Reform. The students have participated in handson activities as a part of this History Alive Unit.
Eighth grade students have been analyzing Greco-Roman artifacts from the University of
Pennsylvania’s Museum of Anthropology and Archeology. The classic tales of the Iliad
and Odyssey were part of the Greek Unit. Students created poems and music videos
based on these works. In addition, students have been planning how to govern and
defend ancient kingdoms, using teacher to make changes. Furthermore, World History
students have begun a history research paper based on an Ancient Roman topic. The
paper requires using primary sources and in-text citations.
Special Education
The students in the eighth grade learning support math are currently completing a unit on
the Pythagorean Theorem and will become well versed in finding both a missing side and
a missing hypotenuse in right triangles. The students will compare and contrast the travel
distances from various locations using the Pythagorean Theorem considering different
modes of transportation, comparing distance traveled by car with travel by air.
In addition to the completing the Pythagoras unit, students will revisit eligible content for
PSSA testing that was taught earlier in the year, familiarize themselves with the formula
guide used during testing, and discuss test taking strategies in preparation for the test.
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World Language
Last month the best of the best eighth grade language students participated in either the
National French Exam or the National Spanish Exam. The students qualified themselves
earlier this school year by being top-scorers on a practice exam.
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
English Department
Eight Penncrest students are participating in the Central League Writing competition.
Business Department
Fourteen Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members traveled with Mrs.
Rachubinski and Miss Dinnella to Hershey, PA for the State Leadership Conference. The
students attended educational workshops, networked with industry leaders, and
competed against students form all across Pennsylvania in their business event. The
Public Service Announcement team, made up of Seniors Bryce Haver, Alex Haver, and
Christian Grant placed 1st in the state!! This is a tremendous honor and distinguished
award for the entire Penncrest community. These students have now qualified to compete
and represent Penncrest at the National level this summer in Atlanta Georgia. Two other
students also placed at the state level. Senior Allison D'Ignazio placed 10th in Client
Service and Senior Mike Arndt placed 8th in Economics! Their hard work, dedication, and
commitment are to business and FBLA is outstanding. Congratulations!
Science Department
Penncrest Science Olympiad is competing in the State Championships at Juniata College
once again. They are hopeful to advance on to the National Championship Tournament
being held at the University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Special Education Department
Students in the Linking Learning to Life and Life Skills Programs visited the Academy of
Natural Sciences. Students in the Life Skills Program volunteer with BINGO at Fair Acres
twice a month.
World Language Department
The Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association has again awarded Penncrest
with its highest award. The department has maintained its place among elite PA high
schools to earn another GOLD globe for its exemplary World Language program.
http://psmla.net/sites/default/files/2016%20SHOWCASE.pdf
Congratulations to the following Latin students for their outstanding performance on the
National Latin Exam: Charlotte Pearse: Cum Laude, Latin I (Beginner), Dorothy
McCafferty: Cum Laude, Latin II (Elementary), Daniel Rosenberger: Gold Summa Cum
Laude, Latin IV (Advanced)
Art Department
Seventeen Penncrest High School art students participated in the Wayne Art Center’s
TEENworks Exhibition. Honorable Mention and Best in Show in six categories were
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awarded. Two Penncrest students earned the following: Best in Show in Painting to Sarah
Sweeney and Best in Show in Ceramics to Jackie Mitchell.
The following Penncrest High School art students participated in the 7th Congressional
District’s Annual Art Competition: Molly Adcock, Jennifer Bonner, Julian Bonsall-Shepard,
Katarina Borichevsky, Tori Carroll, Brittany Colvin, Brea Demery, Gianna Goldey, Marin
McPeak, Kasey Mulaney, Grace Poulathas, Jake Scott, and Samantha Taddei. The
awards ceremony was held at the Darlington Arts Center in Garnet Valley, PA. Five
Penncrest art students earned awards: 1st Place in Watercolor to Molly Adcock; 2nd Place
in Watercolor to Marin McPeak; 3rd Place in Watercolor to Julian Bonsall-Shepard; 1st
Place in Printmaking to Samantha Taddei; and, Honorable Mention in Color Drawing to
Katarina Borichevsky. The exhibition runs through the end of the month.
Art Major I students visited Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA on a field trip.
While there, students created an oil pastel landscape drawing. Students spent the day
drawing gorgeous blooms from direct observation, an integral skill for any art student.
While the weather did not cooperate, the Conservatory was warm and inviting, providing a
great space for the students to work.
Students attended a Raku Firing Workshop at the Community Arts Center in Wallingford.
Students had the opportunity to glaze fire their own work in a Raku kiln. Raku is a
traditional Japanese pottery technique that results in a beautiful crackled finish. Students
saw first hand how the pottery is heated, exposed to the cold air as the kiln in opened,
and crackles as a result of the dramatic temperature change. The finished work will be on
display at the art show, May 4th at PHS.
Emily Kelley, PHS Ceramics Teacher, was chosen to attend the Power of Art Conference
held by the Lab School of Washington and The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation. This
annual conference selects 40 educators across the country to participate in a conference
about the artist. This three-day conference focuses on ways in which the arts can help in
educating students with learning differences in all classrooms. Among the scheduled
events are several workshops, discussions and a round table discussion with artist,
Christopher Rauschenburg.
Simon Youth Academy
Simon Youth Foundation awarded Rose Tree Media Simon Youth Academy $4,444 in
Enhancement Grant funding. The grant proposal requested funds for enrichment and
graduation opportunities for our students.
The Rose Tree Media Simon Youth Academy received another grant from Pennsylvania
Association of School Retirees Delaware County Chapter for an educational support
project in the amount of $300. The grant proposal was inspired by two RTMSYA students.
Math Department
Two teams of five juniors and seniors participated in Moody’s Math Challenge. The
M3 Challenge spotlights applied mathematics as a powerful problem-solving tool and as a
viable and exciting profession. Participating students are encouraged to explore and
bolster their mathematical modeling know-how to position themselves for success. The
specific real-world problem that is posed each year is entirely unknown to participants
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until they login during Challenge weekend. Scholarship prizes total $150,000. The top
two teams present their solutions to a panel of professionals in New York City.
Level 1 Geometry classes completed a small project where they were instructed to find a
point of equidistance to 3 locations using triangle center geometry. Students constructed
perpendicular bisectors to a triangle using midpoint formula and slope formula in order to
find opposite reciprocal slopes. In addition students included a written component that
detailed a real application of this construction. The final product included the
construction, written component, and all included math.
Ten AP Calculus students participated in the final American Scholastics Mathematics
Assessment (ASMA) contest. This is a series of 6 different contests that students have
participated in throughout this school year. Questions cover a variety of mathematical
topics including mathematical reasoning, number theory, statistics, probability, advanced
algebra topics, etc. We are hoping to finish stronger than last year’s honorable mention!
Health and Physical Education Department
In May, Health classes will hear presentations from the PA State Police, and Women
Against Rape.
Music Department
The Penncrest Bands and Choirs participated in the Heritage Festival in New York City.
The ensembles performed at historic Riverside Church, received clinics and critique from
nationally recognized composers and music educators, and competed against ensembles
from as far away as Bangor, Maine and South Pasadena, California. Ratings are awarded
based on a 100 point scale: 90-100 is gold, 80-90 is silver, and 70-80 is a bronze.
The following are the results from the festival: Decibelles: Silver rating
Concert Choir: 2nd place, Silver rating, Ambassador Choir: 2nd place, Gold rating
Concert Band: 3rd place, Silver rating, Wind Ensemble: 1st place, Gold rating, Adjudicator
award for outstanding ensemble, invitation to Festival of Gold next year
Jazz Band: 1st place, Gold rating, Adjudicator award, Maestro awards for individual
achievement for Ryan Shah and John Ho, Overall Award for Outstanding Instrumental
Ensemble. The combined scores of the bands earned Penncrest the Overall Instrumental
Award
Success can be measured in many ways. Our students represented Penncrest with pride
and class throughout the trip. Our bus driver remarked that we were one of the most
polite and respectful student groups he has worked with in almost 40 years of driving for
student trips. During our visit to the 9/11 Memorial, our students were particularly
respectful and engaged in understanding the significance of those events.
We thank our administration for their support of student travel, and look forward to
presenting such opportunities in the future.
Summer Programs
Rose Tree Media School District summer program registration is in full swing. Since the
first day of registration on March 14, the district collected 296 registrations. The most
popular enrichment camps include Summer Theatre, Reading Rockets, Tennis,
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Animation, and Lego Robotics. Over 100 students enrolled in summer physical education
sessions and over 30 students enrolled in summer health sessions.
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION
“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the
School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters
permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”
March 31, 2016 Legislative Meeting
April 12, 2016 Special Legislative Meeting
April 28, 2016 Legislative Meeting
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel
at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Session of May 26, 2016, at Penncrest High
School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
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VIII.
Old Business
A.
2015 – 2016 School Year Calendar – See Attachment A
Resolve, the Board of School Directors re-adopt the current school
calendar to reflect the change in the last days of school. The last
student day is June 17 and the last teacher day is June 20.
Background
Revisions to the 2015-2016 School Year Calendar was discussed
at the March and April 2016 Curriculum and Instruction Committee
Meetings.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Non-Instructional
1.
William Sausman, Bus Driver, retirement effective
June 30, 2016.
Background
Mr. Sausman joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 2004. He is retiring after 12 years of
dedicated service.
2.
JoAnn Sausman, Secretary I, Transportation
Department, retirement effective September 9, 2016.
Background
Mrs. Sausman joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1993. She is retiring after 23 years
of dedicated service.
2.
3.
Clyde Davis, Custodian, Media
resignation effective April 25, 2016.
4.
Mary McConville, Theme Reader, deceased, April 18,
2016.
5.
Maureen Dooner, Food Service worker, resignation
effective March 21, 2016. Ms. Dooner will remain on
the Substitute Food Service List.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Teachers for
Summer School 2016 Remedial Courses at the rate
of $113.00 per day:
Carolyn Heaton
Jennifer Alleva
IX.
New Business
Elementary,
1
English
Math
1 Week
3 Weeks
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
2.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Teachers for
Summer School 2016 Enrichment Courses at the rate
of $113.00 per day:
Jacqueline Baker
Maria Cortese
Vince Eppolito
Anthony Grisillo
Robin Heckman
Marianne Hogue
Emily Kelley
Lindsay Podsobinski
Sharon Prior
Kimberly Riviere
Megan Rozinski
Jeremy Smith
3.
Lisa Klein, ERC Summer School Teacher for Summer
School 2016 at the rate of $207.00 per day.
4.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Teachers for
Summer School 2016 Sports Camps at the rate of
$101.00 per day:
Devon Hartzell
Theresa Long
Mark Nixon
5.
New Business
Field Hockey
Tennis
Golf
1 week
2 weeks
2 weeks
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Springton Lake Summer School
Staff at the rate of $113.00 per day:
Carleen Megow
Mark Nixon
Kelly Piecara
Kimberly Sheets
IX.
3 weeks
4 weeks
4 weeks
3 weeks
2 weeks
1 week
2 weeks
1 week
3 weeks
1 week
3 weeks
2 weeks
2
Ashley Turicik
Megan Wasserman
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
6.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as ESY Summer School Teachers
at the rate of $111.00 per day:
Madeline Edwards
Jaclyn Falzone
William Harmon
Charles Jacien
Kristen Manderach
Stacy McMorrow
IX.
New Business
Erin Schmitz
Debra Schnaars
Theresa Shannon
Maureen Shields
Diane Stern
Jodi Strevig
7.
Molly Williams, ESY Extended Day Summer School
Teacher for 2016 at the rate of $174.42 per day.
8.
Logan Rutten, Latin Teacher, effective with the start
of the 2016-2017 school year at the annual salary of
$48,615.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 5. Mr. Rutten
received his Bachelor’s Degree from Concordia
College in Minnesota. He comes to us from Belt,
Montana where he is serving as a High School Latin
Teacher for Middlebury Interactive Languages. Mr.
Rutten is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Enoch Stevenson who resigned. NOTE: Mr.
Rutten is being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
9.
Molly Quinn, Science Teacher for Summer School
2016 at the rate of $113.00 per day. NOTE: Ms.
Quinn is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
10.
Justin Daberkoe, Health and Physical Education
Teacher for Summer School 2016 at the rate of
$226.00 per day. NOTE: Mr. Daberkoe is being hired
pending
completion
of
his
pre-employment
paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
IX.
New Business
Non-Instructional
1.
Wasyl Rowlyk, Substitute Bus Aide, effective April 29,
2016 at the rate of $15.02 per hour.
2.
David DeFino, Substitute Food Service Worker
effective April 29, 2016 at the rate of $11.20 per hour.
Mr. DelFino is assigned to Penncrest High School.
3.
Cynthia Miller, Substitute Secretary, effective April 29,
2016 at the rate of $17.13 per hour.
4.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Springton Lake Middle School personnel to serve as
Summer Counselor’s at their regular per diem rate:
Margie Gilroy
Susan Howe
Susan Griffin
5.
Matthew Miele, Maintenance Worker, effective April
29, 2016 at the rate of $19.95 per hour. Mr. Miele is
assigned to the Maintenance Department replacing
Nicholas Miele who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Miele is
being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
6.
Clyde Davis, Substitute Custodian, effective April29,
2016 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
7.
Nicholas Boleto, Summer Maintenance, effective April
29, 2016 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
8.
Timothy Chism, Substitute Bus Aide, effective April
29, 2016 at the rate of $15.02. Mr. Chism is assigned
to Transportation.
9.
Terence Curley, Substitute Bus Driver, effective April
29, 2016 at the rate of $22.85 per hour. Mr. Curley is
assigned to Transportation. NOTE: Mr. Curley is
being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
10.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer Theater Staff for
Summer School 2016:
Patrick Murphy
Jeanette Verdeur
Laura Nolen
Claire Wilmot
Richard Birch
11.
Stage Director
Musical Director
Asst. Director
Costumer
Sound Design
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Paraprofessionals for ESY
Summer School 2016:
Janet Ballantine
Stephanie Beckett
Victoria Blair
Michelle Cropper
Joann Dougherty
Leslie Douglas
Svitlana Duffy
Samantha Finsterbusch
Julie Gropp
Patricia Impagliazzo
Jessica Jacovini
Jill Koechig
Donna Lomas
Susan McKeon
Kayla Moran
Summer O’Donnell
Alexander Penman
Eugenia Perich
Lori Quindlen
Christine Raymond
Elise Simonian
Patricia Skean
Michelle Skowronek
Barbara Snyders
Lauren Taylor
IX.
New Business
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
1.
b.
c.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Michelle Cunningham requests an extension of her
unpaid leave of absence through June 30, 2017 for
the purpose of child rearing.
2.
Dana Vellios-Miller requests and extension of her
unpaid leave of absence through January 27, 2017 for
the purpose of child rearing.
3.
Angela Colvin requests an unpaid leave of absence
commencing October 14, 2016 through June 30, 2017
for the purpose of child rearing.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
1.
d.
New Business
Marilyn Wilt, from .5 New Teacher Mentor to 1.0 New
Teacher Mentor, effective November 9, 2015 at the
annual salary of $872.98. Ms. Wilt is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
Other
1.
IX.
Rescind appointment of Ronni Miller as .5 New
Teacher Mentor effective November 9, 2015.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
e.
Diane Graham from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to
Regular Cafeteria Worker effective March 28, 2016 at
the rate of $11.77 per hour. Ms. Graham is assigned
to Media Elementary replacing Dolores Taylor who
was reassigned.
Recommend Board approval of 6 additional Building
Substitutes, one for each building, through the end of
the 2016-2017 school year.
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School – Cultural Immersion – Costa Rica
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field
trip for Penncrest students to go to Costa Rica from 4/4/17 to
4/13/17.
Background
This is a cultural immersion trip. Students will complete three days
of community service. Substitute costs are $816 and are paid by
the District. All other costs are paid by students.
2.
Penncrest High School FBLA – Atlanta Georgia
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field
trip for Penncrest FBLA student to participate in the FBLA Nation
Leadership Conference from 6/28/16 to 7/3/16.
Background
This trip is based on the outcome/results of the State Leadership
Conference in April. There are no costs to the District.
C.
Course Enrollment Under 15
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the proposed courses
with enrollment under 15 students to run for the 2016-2017 school year.
See Attachment B.
Background
This information was discussed at the Curriculum and Instruction
Committee Meeting on April 12, 2016.
IX.
New Business
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ADDENDUM
IX.
New Business
D.
Addendum Personnel
1.
Communication Solution – See Attachment C
Recommend Board approval of the agreement between Rose
Tree Media School District and Communication Solutions
Group for community engagement services, commencing
April 29, 2016 through June 30, 2017 as per the attached
contract.
Background
Communication Solutions Group will charge a rate of
$170/hour. This was discussed at the April 12, 2016
Personnel Committee Meeting.
IX. New Business – Addendum
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Recommend the following bids be awarded in the categories listed, such
recommendation being the lowest bid received from a responsible bidder, kind,
quality and materials having been considered.
Resolve, the Board of School Directors award the following bids:
a.
b.
Glenwood/Rose Tree Elementary – Emergency Generators
Base Bid
Total
Electrical Construction
AJM Electric
$335,900
$335,900
Plumbing Construction
Cook’s Service Company
$43,900
$43,900
Glenwood Elementary – Classroom Renovations
Base Bid
General Construction
L.J Paolella Construction $147,314
Electrical Construction
Electri-Tech, Inc.
c.
$18,765
$166,079
$49,500
Base Bid
$63,700
$49,500
Alternate
1
$15,300
Total
$79,000
Indian Lane Elementary – Gymnasium Renovations
Base Bid
L.J. Paolella Construction $63,477
X. Finance
Total
Penncrest – Cafeteria Flooring
Franco Bianco Builder
d.
Alternates
1-2
1
Alternate
1
$14,661
Total
$78,138
April 28, 2016
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards (cont’d)
e.
Glenwood Elementary – Asbestos Abatement
Base Bid
$24,066
Site Enterprises
Alternates
1-2
$18,115
Total
$42,181
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Operations Committee Meeting.
B.
General
1.
Change Orders - none
2.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public School code section 609)
when funds are not available for a proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from
one class of expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of
the fiscal year by the board.
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following budgetary
transfer:
FY 16-14 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Oil
$4,788.80
TO:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Repairs and Maintenance
$4,788.80
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover the costs of services.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
X. Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2016-2017 Delaware County Community College Budget
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 2016-2017 Delaware
County Community College Budget. Under State law, the local sponsors’
obligation for the support of the community college’s operating budget is the
total operating balance after all other sources of revenue have been deducted.
Each sponsoring school district’s share of the local sponsor appropriation is
equal to its proportionate share of the total real estate market valuation of all
twelve sponsoring districts. The Rose Tree Media School District’s share is
$1,142,447.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
4.
Roofing Consultant Services RFP/Q
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve TBS Services for Roofing
Consultant Services. The base fee is $41,800.00. Approval pending final
review by the solicitor.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Operations Committee Meeting.
5.
Lifeworks Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract for a special
education student to attend Lifeworks Alternative School.
Background
The program is required to meet the needs of the student in accordance with
the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The tuition
rate is $193.00/day (annual tuition costs= $34,470.00).
X. Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
6.
Audit Services RFP
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve Barbacane Thornton &
Company for Audit Services for the 2015/2016 – 2017/2018 fiscal years.
Barbacane’s proposal is $24,000 with a $500.00 increase in years two and
three.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
7.
Vanguard Contracts
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract by Vanguard for
three students to receive Extended School Year services from 6/27/16-8/6/16.
Background
The program is required to meet the needs of the students in accordance with
the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Total tuition
costs are $13,920.00 dollars.
8.
George Crothers Memorial School Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract by the George
Crothers Memorial School for three students to receive Extended School Year
services from 7/5/16-8/6/16.
Background
The program is required to meet the needs of the students in accordance with
the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Total tuition
costs are $13,907.00 dollars.
X. Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
9.
HMC School Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract by HMS School for
Children with Cerebral Palsy for a student to receive Extended School Year
services from 6/27/16-8/4/16.
Background
The program is required to meet the needs of the student in accordance with
the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Tuition costs
are $13,500.00 dollars.
10.
Advanced Power Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with Advanced
Power in the amount of $11,880.00. This contract covers building automation
and control system support services for HVAC equipment at Springton Lake
Middle School, Glenwood Elementary and Media Elementary.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Operations Committee Meeting.
11.
Camp Geronimo Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract by Camp Geronimo
for a student to receive Extended School Year services from 6/27/16-8/19/16.
Background
The program is required to meet the needs of the student in accordance with
the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Tuition costs
are $1,600.00 dollars.
X. Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
Delta T Group Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Delta-T Group
to provide ABA-trained and general paraprofessionals on an as needed basis.
Background
The rate of reimbursement is $48.00/hour for a Master-level trained ABA
therapist, $26.00/hour for an ABA-trained paraprofessional, and $23.00/hour for
a general PCA/paraprofessional.
13.
MOU – Emergency Evacuations
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Memorandum of
Understanding for Emergency Evacuations with Penn State University,
Brandywine Campus. They will be an emergency evacuation site for Penncrest
High School and the District will then reciprocate.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Operations Committee Meeting.
14.
Recommend Board approval of the agreement between Rose Tree Media
School District and MTS Software Solutions to provide scanning services for
personnel files at the cost of $ 3,224.00. Attachment D.
Background
This agreement was discussed at the April 12, 2016 Personnel Committee
Meeting.
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Total New Teacher Days:
Rose Tree Media School District
Total Teacher Days:
189 + 3
2015-2016 School Calendar
Emergency Days
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Key:
No School - Holiday
Full Inservice Day
Half Day for Students
July 3
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
August 25-27
New Teacher Orientation
Aug.31 to Sept 3 Teacher Inservice
September 7
Holiday,All Buildings Closed
September 8
First Day of School K-9
September 9
School in Session for K-12 September 14 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
September 23 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
October 12
No School for Students Teacher Inservice
November 3
No School Students - Teacher
Inservice
November 24
Parent Conferences K-8
SLMS 11:00 Early Dismissal
No School K-5
November 25
Parent Conferences
No School K-8
March 21-25 Student/Teacher Holiday
March 24-25
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
May 30
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
June 9
PHS Graduation Teacher Inservice
June 16
Early Dismissal PHS 10:15, SLMS 11:00. Elem - 12:00 PM - Teacher Inservice
June 17
Last Day for Students PHS - 1015, SLMS - 11:00 Elem - 12:00
PM - Teacher Inservice
June 20
Teacher Inservice
Parent Conferences K-8
No School K-8
November 26, 27 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
December 24-31 Student/Teacher Holiday
December 24-25 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
December 31 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
January 1 Holiday, All Buildings Closed January 18 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
January 29
Semester End, Early Dismissal
for SLMS 11:50 a.m.
PHS Make-up Exams only
February 11
Early Dismissal Elementary
Students only 12:20 p.m.
*These year-end dates allow for three emergency
February 12
No School for Students
school closings during the 2015-2016 school year.
Teacher Inservice
If fewer than three emergency school closings are
February 15
Holiday, All Buildings Closed needed, these days will be deducted from the end of
March 10
Parent Conferences K-8
the year for students. If more than three snow days are
No School K-8
used, days in spring break may be deducted to
meet our necessary requirements.
Course Enrollment Report
April 12, 2016
Do not
offer
Enr
Combine
courses
Enr Recommendation
Offer
Enr
Recommendation
Coaching/
Leadership
Francophone
Culture
7
1 Advanced
Computer Science
4
Offer at the same time as
AP Computer Science.
AP Chinese
8
Offer this culminating Advanced
Placement course.
4
Advanced
Metal/Jewelry
12
Advanced
Beginner French
12
Present students require service to
complete graduation requirements.
1 Linear
Algebra
6
Art III
10
Offer at the same time as
Introduction to
Metal/Jewelry.
Combine and offer with
Art II.
Beginner French
14
Singers and
Songwriters
Web Page
Design
10
1 Engineering by
Design
Music Tech C
5
Combine and offer with
Transportation.
Girls Rock!
11
Enrollment in this course
traditionally increases during the
summer.
This new elective is an important
part of the STEM initiative.
8
Offer at the same time as
Music Tech A and B.
Latin
9
Publications I
5
Publications II
2
Transportation,
Robotics, Aviation
TV Production II
11
6
Offer at the same time as
Visual Design II.
Offer at the same time as
Visual Design II.
Combine and offer with 1
Engineering by Design
Combine and offer at the
same time as TV
Production I.
Beginner
Elementary
Intermediate
6
10
7
The Latin electives have shrunk
during the staffing hiatus. The
Beginner course should grow
during the summer.
LETTER AGREEMENT
This letter will set forth the Letter Agreement pursuant to which Rose Tree Media School District agrees
to hire the Communication Solutions Group, Inc. for the purpose of providing communication and public
relations services under the following terms and conditions:
1. The Communication Solutions Group shall implement a communication program consisting of any or
all of the items outlined in ATTACHMENT A for an hourly billing rate of $170 per hour.
2. The Communication Solutions Group will conduct said services in full consultation with Rose Tree
Media School District. In observance of this article, Rose Tree Media School District designates James
Wigo, Sr., Superintendent of Schools as the person with whom the Communication Solutions Group
shall obtain all necessary approvals.
3. The Communication Solutions Group will also be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses
such as printing, postage, mileage and photocopies. These expenses will appear on an invoice, mailed
to the school district each month.
4. Invoices will be mailed monthly with payment for services and expenses due within thirty (30) days of
receipt of invoice.
5. This Letter Agreement will remain in force until June 30, 2017. It will commence on April 29, 2016.
6. The Communication Solutions Group, Inc. may rely in good faith upon information supplied by Rose
Tree Media School District and third parties, professional or otherwise, acting on Rose Tree Media
School District’s behalf or upon information obtained by the Communication Solutions Group, Inc. and
upon which a reasonable person could in good faith rely. Rose Tree Media School District agrees to
indemnify, defend and hold the Communication Solutions Group, Inc. harmless from any and all
liabilities, losses, damages, penalties, claims, actions, suits, costs, expenses, and disbursements,
including court costs and legal fees of any nature whatsoever, arising out of the Communication
Solutions Group, Inc.’s reliance upon information supplied by Rose Tree Media School District or by
third parties acting on Rose Tree Media School District’s behalf.
7. It is understood between the parties that both Rose Tree Media School District’s and/or The
Communication Solutions Group shall have the right to terminate the contract for any reason by
providing the other party thirty (30) days written notice of its intent to terminate. If the contract is
terminated, the Communication Solutions Group shall be paid the monies due Communication
Solutions Group accrued to the date of termination.
If you approve of the foregoing, please so indicate by signing and dating this letter in the space
provided below, and return one copy to our office. Our signatures on this letter signify our respective
intents to be legally bound by this Letter Agreement.
Very truly yours, The Communication Solutions Group, Inc.
By:
Date:
Leza Raffel, President
Agreed to this 28 day of April 2016
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
By: ____________________________
William O’Donnell
School Board President
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